Senior Systems Administrator
Job no: 542866
Work type: Temporary full-time
Location: Various locations
Categories: Systems Administration
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Six-month contract, with possibility of extension
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Office location – Parramatta, Bathurst, Orange or Newcastle, with flexible working supported
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Salary ranges from $125,693 to $138,510 plus super
Perks of working for VNSW:
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It’s great: We work hard, but we play hard too… and enjoy a laugh
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It’s digital: You’ll have access to modern devices and tools - with a modernised valuation platform known as Val IQ
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It’s rewarding: With huge operational and strategic delivery pieces that underpin core government functions and services there’ll never be a dull day
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It’s flexible: We’re hybrid and split between the office, on the road and home. You’ll have access to generous leave options
The role
We’re looking for a Senior Systems Administrator to join our Value NSW team. This is a key role supporting the transition from the legacy ValNet platform to the modern Val IQ system.
We are looking for a talented systems administrator with experience documenting and mapping processes, triaging support requests and working cross-functionally to support business continuity in a dynamic environment.
You’ll work across system configuration, user support, risk management, and performance analysis to ensure system stability and continuity of services. You’ll also provide technical advice to the business, help coach internal super users, and support collaboration with vendors and clients.
What you will bring to the role
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Experience with enterprise systems administration, system design and risk analysis
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Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
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Strong stakeholder and vendor engagement skills
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Excellent communication, problem-solving and documentation capabilities
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A proactive mindset with an ability to coach and support others
Essential requirements:
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Relevant qualifications and/or equivalent experience in IT, systems administration or related fields
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Experience supporting system transitions or upgrades in a large organisation
Join us
Apply online with your resume and cover letter. Applications close 2 June 2025 at 11:55PM.
Contact Ryan Lynn at ryan.lynn@dpie.nsw.gov.au for further details.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.
About Us
The Valuer General is an independent statutory officer, appointed by the Governor of New South Wales to oversee the State's land valuation system.
Value NSW (VNSW), part of the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, delivers the valuation system for rating and taxing as well as compulsory acquisition compensation purposes via delegation of the Valuer General of NSW. This includes but is not limited to:
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Making more than 2.7 million residential, rural, commercial and industrial valuations annually, with a total value of approximately $3 trillion as well as managing compulsory acquisition determinations in situations where government cannot reach agreement, totalling over $1 billion per annum
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Delivering customer services and experience for 2.7 million landholders per annum – receiving up to 50,000 calls and many more enquiries
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Monitoring, assurance and governance pertaining to the quality of the valuations undertaken relevant to both the Valuation of Land Act 1916 and the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991.
In addition, VNSW provides other specialised valuation activities, services and determinations for other cluster or statewide government partners – including being responsible for the delivery of all valuations for government property transactions as defined by the Government Property Framework and Treasurer’s Directions as well as more than $84 billion in government asset valuations for financial accounting purposes.
We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.
We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676 - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.
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